Film-maker Sajid Khan suspended by Indian Director's Association

48-year-old was accused by three women who shared their traumatic experiences on their respective social media handles

Film-maker Sajid Khan has been suspended by the Indian Film and Television Directors’ Association for one year following complaints of sexual harassment against him, reported Hindustan Times.

The 48-year-old was accused by three women which included assistant director Saloni Chopra, journalist Karishma Upadhyay and actor Rachel White. The three shared their traumatic experiences on their respective social media handles.

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“The Committee investigated the complaints in the spirit of POSH Act. The allegations in the complaints are serious instances of sexual harassment and abuse of power by Sajid Khan,” IFTDA said in a statement.

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The association also stated that, even after given an opportunity to put forth his defense, Sajid failed to justify his actions. It went on to say that the Houseful director actually exposed his real self and admitted to being abusive and disrespectful towards women, referring back to his earlier interview.

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Sajid stepped down as the director of upcoming comedy-drama Houseful 4 after the allegations and was replaced by Farhad Samji. Actors Akshay Kumar and Farhan Akhtar stood by the victims and did not provide him any support.

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